David Bowie: Strung Out in Heaven's High

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David Bowie, global rock star and most influential musician of his era, dies of cancer at age 69.  From the song:

Ashes To Ashes

"Do you remember a guy that's been
In such an early song
I've heard a rumour from Ground Control
Oh no, don't say it's true

They got a message from the Action Man
"I'm happy. Hope you're happy, too.
I've loved. All I've needed: love.
Sordid details following."

The shrieking of nothing is killing me
Just pictures of Jap girls in synthesis
And I ain't got no money and I ain't got no hair
But I'm hoping to kick but the planet is glowing

[Chorus:]
Ashes to ashes, funk to funky
We know Major Tom's a junkie
Strung out in heaven's high
Hitting an all-time low" ...

Read more:  David Bowie Lyrics - Ashes to Ashes

Past post about David Bowie, find here.  Some videos of interest. Condolences to his family and friends.  May he R.I.P.